All things relating to home networking, from network wiring to Wi-Fi and more.
The Comtrend PG-9172PoE — like all other Powerline adapters — is an alternative to running network cables. But there’s more: It can also be an alternative to a power outlet. Unfortunately, the adapter is only suitable for low-bandwidth applications due to its slow network port that caps at just 100Mbps. That …
When extending a network, you should always use network cables. Connecting an access point to an existing router via cable, for example, is the best way to extend your Wi-Fi network without losing performance. But getting our home wired can be challenging, sometimes not even possible. And that’s where Powerline …
If you look at the ASUS RT-AC86U as a single AC2900 Wi-Fi 5 Gaming router, you’ll overlook a lot, even though, as a single unit, it works well and has a lot to offer. With the support for AiMesh, the router is now part of ASUS’ pool of routers that can …
Powerful hardware needs robust software to unlock its potential. Case in point: the NETGEAR XR500 Nighthawk Pro Gaming router. Running a special firmware tailored to online gaming, the XR500 is arguably one of the best routers for gamers on the market to date, rivaling the more expensive ASUS GT-AC5300. At …
